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Sermon -The Divine Connection- Honoring Yahuah, Yahusha, and Our Ancestors

Opening Prayer -Heavenly Father, Yahuah, we come before You today with open hearts and minds, ready to receive Your word. We acknowledge Your power and majesty, as well as the strength and wisdom passed down from our ancestors. We give thanks for Your Son, Yahusha HaMashiach, who is the way, the truth, and the life. Guide us in understanding how to honor You, our Creator, and the spirits of our ancestors in a way that is rooted in truth and righteousness. We ask for Your Ruach HaKodesh to dwell among us today. In Yahusha’s name, we pray, Halaleyah!

Introduction- Family of WBJMinistries, today we are going to explore a powerful message that speaks to both our faith and our heritage. We serve the Most High, Yahuah, through Yahusha HaMashiach, and we honor the wisdom of our ancestors who walked before us, guided by the divine hand of Yahuah. In some African traditions, names like Unkulunkulu, the creator deity, and Amadlozi, the ancestral spirits, reflect a deep respect for the divine order and the ways in which the spiritual and natural worlds are interconnected.

But how do we, as followers of Yahusha, honor our ancestors without stepping outside of Yahuah’s will? The Word of Yahuah offers us guidance. Let’s dive into the Scriptures and African spiritual heritage to understand how we can bridge these powerful forces of faith and tradition.

Point 1: Yahuah as Creator Above All

Let us begin with the foundational truth in Genesis 1:1 (KJV):

"In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth."

In the Halaleyah Scriptures, we see Yahuah’s sovereignty as Creator:

"Bereshith (Genesis) 1:1: In the beginning Elohim created the heavens and the earth."

Just as in African traditions where Unkulunkulu is acknowledged as the first Creator, we recognize that Yahuah, Elohim, is the ultimate Creator of all things. Everything we are, everything we have, and everything we see in nature comes from His hand. In our culture, the reverence for creation reminds us of Yahuah’s majesty. As we honor our ancestors, we must first and foremost honor Yahuah, the Creator, above all.

Deuteronomy 6:4-5 says:

"Hear, O Israel: Yahuah our Elohim, Yahuah is one. And you shall love Yahuah your Elohim with all your heart, with all your being, and with all your might."

Family, while we honor those who came before us, our ultimate allegiance must be to Yahuah. He is the source of all wisdom and strength, and it is through Him that we draw power and purpose.

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Point 2: Honoring the Ancestors through Yahusha

In African traditions, the Amadlozi are believed to be the ancestral spirits who guide and protect their descendants. While we, as followers of Yahusha, do not engage in ancestral worship, we do believe that honoring our ancestors can be part of our spiritual heritage if it is done through a righteous lens.

In Ephesians 6:2-3 (KJV), the Bible teaches us the importance of honoring our parents and forebears:

"Honour thy father and mother; which is the first commandment with promise; That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth."

This commandment extends beyond our immediate parents—it is about respecting the legacy of those who came before us, just as the Amadlozi are respected in African traditions. But we must remember that our ancestors, while wise and respected, are not to be prayed to or worshiped. Yahusha is the mediator between us and Yahuah.

1 Timothy 2:5 (KJV) tells us:

"For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus (Yahusha)."

When we honor our ancestors, we do so by thanking Yahuah for their sacrifices and wisdom. We acknowledge their role in our lives but recognize that Yahusha is the only way to the Father. Just as Yahusha honored His ancestors and heritage, we too can honor our lineage without straying from Yahuah’s path.

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Point 3: The Power of Ancestral Wisdom in Our Spiritual Walk

Let’s also remember that the wisdom of our ancestors can help guide us in living righteously today. The Amadlozi are often seen as providing insight and understanding to their descendants. As believers in Yahusha, we understand that the Ruach HaKodesh is our guide, but that doesn’t mean we ignore the wisdom passed down from generation to generation.

Proverbs 4:7 (KJV) teaches:

"Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding."

Our ancestors carried wisdom, often learned through hardship, struggle, and faith. We can learn from their perseverance, resilience, and faith in the Most High. But we must also be discerning—allowing the Spirit of Yahuah to help us separate the righteous lessons from the practices that may not align with His Word.

Let’s remember that when we stand on the shoulders of our ancestors, we also walk in the path of righteousness set by Yahusha. Isaiah 30:21 (KJV) tells us:

"And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left."

In African spirituality, guidance is often a central theme, and Yahuah promises to guide us when we seek Him in spirit and truth. Let’s embrace the wisdom of the past, but let Yahusha be our ultimate guide.

Application -How to Honor Both Yahuah and Our Ancestors

Here are a few practical ways we can honor Yahuah while respecting the legacy of our ancestors:

Give Thanks for Your Heritage- Take time to thank Yahuah for the wisdom, culture, and strength of your ancestors, knowing that all good things come from Him.

Walk in Righteousness- Follow the example of Yahusha, who honored His heritage but remained faithful to Yahuah. Let your actions reflect the wisdom passed down to you, but always test it against the Word of Yahuah.

Pray for Guidance- Ask Yahuah to guide you, through His Ruach, on how to honor your ancestors in a way that aligns with His will. Seek His direction in all matters, knowing that Yahusha is our mediator.

Closing Scripture-

Let’s close with the words of Tehillim (Psalms) 145:4 from the Halaleyah Scriptures:

"Generation after generation praises Your works, And they declare Your mighty acts."

Beloved, we are a generation that praises Yahuah for His mighty works! We declare the truth of Yahusha and honor the legacy of our ancestors by living in faith and righteousness. Let us walk in the divine connection of Yahuah’s Word, the teachings of Yahusha, and the wisdom of those who have come before us.

Closing Prayer- Yahuah, we come before You with gratitude for the wisdom and strength of our ancestors. We thank You for Yahusha, who bridges the gap between us and You. Help us to walk in the path of righteousness, honoring our heritage in a way that brings glory to Your name. Guide us in all things, and may we continue to live in the power of Your Spirit. In Yahusha HaMashiach’s name, we pray, Halaleyah! Amen.

Family of WBJMinistries, go forth today in the power of Yahuah, honoring both your spiritual heritage and the ancestors who paved the way for you. May Yahuah’s wisdom guide you, and may Yahusha be your strength and mediator. Halaleyah!